March 29, 2008

Tigers' Comfort Zone

The following article appeared in the March 29 issue of the Times.

BY MICHAEL POPPY
Special to the Times

MADISON, Wis. -- Technically, the Princeton University men's ice hockey team will be playing at a neutral site.

But when Princeton (21-13-0) faces off against North Dakota (26-10-4) in the first round of the NCAA Midwest Regional at 3 p.m. today, the Fighting Sioux feel as though they will have somewhat of a home-ice advantage at the Kohl Center.

Having played against Wisconsin -- the regional's host team -- in the WCHA every season, North Dakota is very familiar with the Kohl Center. And the Sioux are hoping their 10 years of experience in the venue can be used as some sort of an advantage versus the Tigers.

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